Norman Alden
Acting
Biography
Norman Alden, born Norman Adelberg on September 13, 1924, was an American character actor who entertained audiences for nearly 50 years with his diverse and memorable performances. Standing at a height of 5 feet 11 inches (1.80m), he possessed a presence that could be both commanding and warm, depending on the role. Alden discovered his passion for acting while attending Texas Christian University, where he participated in on-campus theater productions. After serving in the United States Army during World War II, he pursued a career in acting, landing his first television appearance in 1957 on The 20th Century Fox Hour. Throughout his career, Alden amassed an impressive filmography, appearing in dozens of television shows and films. He became known for a wide range of roles, showcasing his versatility and adaptability. Some of his most notable performances include Kranix and Arblus in The Transformers: The Movie (1986), Dr. Linstrom in I Never Promised You a Rose Garden (1977), the voice of Kay in The Sword in the Stone (1963), and guest appearances in popular shows like Gunsmoke, Perry Mason, and The Twilight Zone. Alden continued to work steadily until his retirement in 2006. He left behind a legacy of diverse and memorable performances, proving his talent as a true character actor.
Born: September 13, 1924
Place of Birth: Forth Worth, Texas, USA
Known For
Filmography
as Self
as Truck Driver
as Mr. Platt
as Cameraman Bill
as Bartender
as Officer Fondulac
as Chief of Police
as Ralphie
as Foreman
as Sal Borolo
as Capt. Necker
as Coach Elam
as Tom Beller
as Norman
as Roscoe
as Kranix (voice)
as Lou
as Ray Arcel
as Mr. Pegem
as Mercer Hawthorne
as Bart Klapper
as Jerry Walsh
as Mike, Missing Persons
as Mike, Missing Persons (uncredited)
as Ed Maloney
as Mickey Stern
as Sheriff Tim Keeler
as Dan Cobbin
as Coach
as Det. Bitterman
as Robert Melton
as Art Eastland
as Willie Lambert
as Dr. Putman
as Pete
as Lt. Al DeNisco
as Les Hollister
as Senator Orloff
as Max Machon
as Coach Alvin Parks
as Ralph
as McPherson
as Louis Fluellen
as P. J. Wilkes
as Jake Barnett
as Professor Frank Heflin
as Coach Leroy Fedders
as Barney
as Capt. Parker
as Roland Eddy
as Doc Potter
as Foster
as Aquaman (voice)
as Timmer
as Sheriff Crossman
as Sgt. Dan Healy
as Horrible Hank Hopkins
as Katzen
as Policeman
as Businessman
as Pete Dilworth
as Randy Baine
as Henry Grover
as Mitchell
as Sheriff Glenn
as Benjamin Marsh
as Major Truman Landon
as Carl
as Paul
as Barry
as Bernie
as The Great Gregory - Balloonist
as Mitch Burnett
as Guthrie
as Parker
as Russ Barry
as Sgt. Hardwick
as Charley Baker
as Cameron
as MP Lieutenant
as Travers
as Lou Griswold
as Marshak
as Warren
as Sergeant Schmidtmer
as Medic
as Henchman #1
as Pat
as Norman Frome
as Worth
as Sergeant Krebs
as Ben Fancher
as Artie Dixon
as Jeff Bowden
as Andy Chadakis
as Bully at the Gym
as John Screaming Eagle
as Kay (voice)
as Detective Harris
as Broken Mouth
as Mark Hodges
as Carlton Owens
as Football Player
as Pfc. Cooper
as Pvt. Buford
as Frank Donelli
as Bernie (uncredited)
as Fred Jackson
as Barney Haines
as Bo Wetzel
as Cpl. Lester 'Merc' Davenport
as Tom Strongbow
as Hank
as Sam Russo
as Devil
as Barry Carlton
as John Henry Whitmore
as Teller
as Rene
as Charley - Townsman
as Duff
as Ryan
as Water Dept. Worker
as Darrel Reed
as Ben Regan
as Frank Fallom
as Purlie Loftus
as Deke Franklin
as Berber
as Amos Potter
as Tom Hart
as Johnny Ringo
as Norman
as Black Cloud
as Man with iron bar